New Orleans kicks off Mardi Gras 2025

New Orleans kicks off Mardi Gras 2025 with a focus on security after Bourbon Street attack
The deadly New Year's Day attack was in the forefront of the city's offical Kings' Day event that begins the Carnival season.
Leaders seek answers after Bourbon Street attack
The blame game has started with the Bourbon Street terrorist attack in New Orleans. Why it matters: Officials are seeking answers to how someone could plow a truck through the city's most famous street when millions have been spent to keep it safe.
Tommy Tucker: New Orleans one week after the terror attack on Bourbon Street
For decades, it was well-known that Bourbon Street and the French Quarter were prime targets for terrorist attacks. It was also known for years that the security measures in place for these areas were inadequate to prevent such an attack.
How New Orleans' deadly Bourbon Street attack is reshaping plans for Mardi Gras
A team of Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms fire investigators, explosives investigators and engineers, plus enforcement agents and bomb-sniffing dogs, will remain in New Orleans for the Super Bowl on Feb. 9 and Mardi Gras day on March 4, ATF Special Agent in Charge Joshua Jackson told reporters Thursday.
As Mardi Gras Season Begins, New Orleans Seeks to Ensure Greater Security in the Aftermath of Tragedy
Following a New Year’s Day attack that killed 14, the Louisiana city known for its colorful Carnival festivities and parades is grappling with how to celebrate—and do so safely—in the wake of tragedy.
New Orleans leaders seek Biden's help for enhanced Mardi Gras safety after Bourbon St. tragedy
"Our mission remains on increased public safety," Mayor LaToya Cantrell said. "As we move towards hosting major events in the City of New Orleans."
Louisiana AG orders investigation after New Year’s Day massacre as New Orleans gets heightened security status for Mardi Gras
As New Orleans kicks off its extravagant Carnival season this week, Louisiana is launching a new investigation into the New Year’s Day massacre that killed 14 people while the city will get more federal resources to help prevent another horrific attack.
Keeping Mardi Gras safe: What's in place to stop another attack in New Orleans?
Five days after a deadly terror attack shook New Orleans, one big question still looms: Will the city be safe for Mardi Gras?
Louisiana AG: More security in place through Mardi Gras after New Orleans attack
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill (R) said security measures would be in place through Mardi Gras celebrations in March after a deadly New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans.  “I think that
New Orleans Holds 1st Parade of Carnival Season 5 Days After Deadly Attack on Bourbon Street
Hundreds gathered in New Orleans’ famed French Quarter to celebrate the first parade of Carnival season, just blocks from where 14 people were killed five days ago by a careening pickup
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
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Bourbon Street After the Terror
Men with circular scrubbers and power washers followed, sudsing the sidewalks of Bourbon Street, which runs for twelve blocks ...
New Orleans to enhance Mardi Gras safety with SEAR-1 federal support
“Mardi Gras 2025 is going to be the safest ever,” Cantrell said. She also said the White House will send a security expert to check the city’s safety plans, identify weak spots, and review new ...
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Here comes Mardi Gras. Will attack on Bourbon Street change plans on Mississippi Coast?
King’s Mardi Gras Parade rolls at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, and Biloxi’s 12th Night celebration will roll at 5 p.m. on Sunday. After the New ... parade down Lameuse Street among big crowds ...
New Orleans City Council launches investigation into Bourbon Street safety barriers
The New Orleans City Council has approved a resolution to investigate the procurement, design, and implementation of street ...